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Fortitude Tax & Accounting Blog

Practical insights on tax planning, bookkeeping, S Corps, and small-business strategy—written for professionals who want clarity, not overwhelm.

This blog is designed for therapists, Realtors, landlords, and service-based business owners who want to understand their numbers, reduce tax surprises, and make smarter decisions year-round.

Expect clear explanations, real-world examples, and guidance you can actually use.

January 11, 2023

2022 Tax Season Portal Help!

Bookkeeping & Systems

Melissa Calwell CEO Melissa Calwell, CPA, EA is the founder and CEO of Fortitude Tax & Accounting.  She has been working with businesses on accounting and taxes for over three decades. See Full Bio Fortitude Tax and Accounting

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Business Use of Home & Other Deductions Workbook!

Bookkeeping & Systems

More complete article coming later, but for now CLICK HERE to get your Google Sheets workbook. Fortitude Tax & Accounting has provided this article for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, business, or tax advice. Each person should consult their own attorney, business advisor, or tax advisor with respect to matters referenced in…

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Business Expense Guide

Bookkeeping & Systems

Please click HERE to check out our tell all guide to Business Expenses! Fortitude Tax & Accounting has provided this article for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, business, or tax advice. Each person should consult their own attorney, business advisor, or tax advisor with respect to matters referenced in this post and…

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February 11, 2022

Accountable Plans for S Corporations: A Guide to Reimbursements and Deductions

Bookkeeping & Systems, S-Corps & Business Structure

Accountable Plan Basics for S Corporations: Maximizing Tax Benefits The S Corporation Accountable Plan – A Tax-Saving Reimbursement Strategy for Business Use of Personal Assets & Services If you own an S Corporation, understanding the benefits of an accountable plan is crucial for optimizing your tax strategy. An accountable plan allows business owners to reimburse…

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